Eighth graders explore career options at Penta

  • Springfield Middle School students donned paint suits which are used by Penta students enrolled in the auto collision repair program.
    Springfield Middle School students donned paint suits which are used by Penta students enrolled in the auto collision repair program.
  • Matthew Pawlowski learns what it feels like to be handcuffed from Ashlyn Frankforther of Anthony Wayne, who is enrolled in the public safety program.
    Matthew Pawlowski learns what it feels like to be handcuffed from Ashlyn Frankforther of Anthony Wayne, who is enrolled in the public safety program.
  • SMS students Sophia Hernandez and Miranda Gambrell, with help from culinary arts program students, learn cake decorating tips.
    SMS students Sophia Hernandez and Miranda Gambrell, with help from culinary arts program students, learn cake decorating tips.
Penta Career Center opened its doors to more than 2,000 students from 16 member school districts, which includes Springfield Schools, for the annual Career Expo. This year’s event, held February 27 and 28, featured a variety of career areas for students to explore.For 45 minutes, eighth graders engaged with Penta students, exploring opportunities in the fields of computers, digital video…

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